Surface, The

Evan’s life has been full of unexpected twists and turns, from growing up as a foster child to balancing film school and cohabitating with his wealthy boyfriend. When an older man and his grown son Peter offer Evan a collection of their 8mm home movies from the ’70s, Evan becomes absorbed in a family life radically different from his own. In particular, he is drawn to the candid, pure relationship between young Peter and another boy depicted in the films. His increasingly romantic connection with Peter soon spells trouble for Evan’s relationship, but it might help him find his voice as a filmmaker.Plays with: ELDER Genéa Gaudet; 2015; US; 15min. A man recalls his star-crossed love for an Italian communist on a 1974 Mormon mission to Italy in this touching tale of self-awakening.